Every year, DTO awards scholarships to students pursuing a college degree in a natural resources-related field.  Applicants must live in Coos, Douglas and Lane counties.

 

THE APPLICATION PROCESS IS OPEN -- DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS FRIDAY, MAY 22nd BY 5 PM

2026 DTO SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION (Click Here)

 

Wood products are a major component of the manufacturing and building industry and are an important part of the local, national and global economy. There continues to be a growing job demand for forestry professionals.

 

DTO is proud to support the Umpqua Community College Forestry & Natural Resources Program, which prepares students for:

 

• transfer to the bachelor’s degree program at Oregon State University; or, 

• The two-year degree at Umpqua Community College may provide a direct career pathway to employment as a Forest Technician or Engineering Technician.

 

2025 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

MAKAELA CARTER
Makaela is passionate about advocating for the agriculture and forest industry. She plans to attend Oregon State University to study agriculture and food business management with a minor in environmental law and policy. She then plans to attend law school to become and= agriculture and natural resource attorney.

 

JAMES HARVEY

JJames plans to attend Oregon State University this fall to pursue a degree in Forestry, with an emphasis in forest management. His goal is to help protect communities from wildfires while promoting the responsible management of natural resources. We are excited to see where his education and career aspirations lead him in the future.

 

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MACY MORNARICH
Macy will be attending Oklahoma State University and plans to become a civil lawyer representing the agriculture and forest industry, including the people who live their lives as farmers, ranchers, loggers and others who make their living off the land. Macy states “these people are my community, a community who helped raise me to appreciate those who feed, house, and clothe world.” We look forward to seeing where life takes you Macy!

 

ASHER VREDENBURG

Asher has deep roots in the timber industry and plans to continue his family’s long timber legacy. He has seen firsthand the importance of the timber industry on his family and community. He recently graduated as valedictorian from Roseburg High School and plans to study forest and civil engineering at South Western Community College.

 

SAVANNAH WHITE
SSavannah will be attending Oregon State University to pursue a major in Forest Engineering with a minor in Wood Innovation for Sustainability. This field of study reflects her passion for innovation, environmental stewardship, and creating a positive impact within her community. Her goal is to improve timber harvesting methods, restoration practices, and overall forest management systems to help ensure a healthier and more sustainable future. We look forward to seeing all that Savannah accomplishes as she works toward her goals.